Innova 5210: Performing an Alternator Test
Step 1 - Press the MENU button.
Press the MENU button and release. |
Step 2 - Select Battery/Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵.
The Main Menu displays. Scroll through the screen using the DOWN ▼ button and find the Battery/Alternator Test. |
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Select Battery/Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵. |
Step 3 - Select Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵.
The Battery/Alternator Test menu will display. Select Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵. |
Step 4 - Follow the instructions.
An instructional message will show. Select Continue to proceed. |
Press the accelerator pedal to raise the engine speed to 2000 RPM and maintain the engine speed. When the engine speed is within the required range, the alternator test begins. A progress screen will show.
When the Countdown timer expires, an instructional message will show.
Turn the vehicle’s headlights off and return the engine to idle speed. A One moment please message will display while the test results are retrieved.
Step 5 - View the Results Screen.
When the alternator check is complete, a results screen shows the charging system voltage and indicates whether or not the charging system is within acceptable limits. The System Status LEDs provide a Pass or Fail indication, as follows:
- Green = System within limits
- Yellow = Overcharging or undercharging
- Red = Excessive overcharging or undercharging
- If the alternator voltage is less than 9 V, the red, yellow, and green System Status LEDs will flash on and off.
Select Menu to return to the Main Menu.